Legendary musician Jon Bon Jovi's son married his fiancée in a place that holds special significance to him and his family. Social media users have expressed their well-wishes to the happy couple and have also reacted to the fact that they share the same names.
In heartwarming news, Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Bongiovi’s son, Jesse Bongiovi, has tied the knot with his beloved, longtime girlfriend, Jesse Light. The 29-year-old co-founder of Hampton Water exchanged vows with his now-wife on May 7, after obtaining a marriage license the same day (Tuesday).
The newlyweds said "I do" at a chapel in Las Vegas that holds sentimental significance, not only for them but for their family, specifically, the "Thank You for Loving Me" singer and his beloved wife Dorothea.
This location—the Graceland Chapel—was the same venue where the groom's parents eloped in 1989. What also makes the news extra special is the fact that Jesse nearly got married on the same day his father and mother did years ago.
They have made it to over 30 years of marriage which the "Livin' on a Prayer" rockstar credits to "a mutual admiration society, and being lucky enough to have grown up together." Though it hasn't always been smooth sailing, Jon Bon Jovi also highlighted Dorothea's level of tolerance as another factor that allowed them to reach such a milestone.
Public reaction to Dorothea and Jon Bon Jovi's son's joyous news has flooded the comment sections of online platforms, with many congratulating the couple but also commenting on the fact that they have identical names. "That's wild. Second couple I [heard] of got married now have the same name. Congratulations 🎉," wrote an Instagrammer.
"All that's missing is the best man named Jesse, the minister named Jesse, and everyone in attendance [named] Jesse," quipped another. Someone else also shared a similar joke, playfully predicting, "Next the kids will be named Jesse and the pets too, the Jesses."
"That's gonna confuse the dmv lol," commented a social media user. Another also pointed out the fact that sharing the same name might prove to be "challenging" for the duo. On the other hand, someone else thinks it's "cute."
Jesse and Jesse pledged their lifetime commitment to each other after initially connecting six years ago in 2018. They first met in Montauk, New York, at Surf Lodge. This is also where the rosé company owner asked the "Southern Hospitality" TV producer to marry him two years ago (2022).
When the identically named newlyweds first got engaged, both took to Instagram to post an array of endearing photos showcasing the enchanting moment. Pictures showed the pair as happy as can be in a picturesque setting outside.
Various images show Jesse and Jesse embracing, kissing, laughing, and exuding nothing but pure joy. A couple of snaps also showed off the new bride's gorgeous diamond engagement ring.
"⚠️Time to BeReal⚠️," captioned the businessman alongside his Instagram carousel of pictures. Accompanying Jesse's Instagram post of their engagement, she shared a caption which read, "happily ever after."
In the same way she shared images of her and Jesse's engagement, the TV producer had also taken to Instagram to post photos from her Bachelorette Party weekend in the weeks leading up to their nuptials.
Photos showed her rocking a beautiful Gianni Versace Couture cream-colored mini dress that was covered in crystal embellishments. She paired the ensemble with a white veil, some heels, and light jewelry. "can i hear a little commotion for the dress?" expressed Jesse in the caption she shared alongside photos showing her having fun in a party bus and dancing on a table.
Like Jesse's Bachelorette photos and her and her husband's engagement photos, perhaps Jesse and Jesse will soon share pictures from their special day on their Instagram accounts. However, until then, many continue to congratulate the happy couple and wish them well.
